Cider Tasting, Cellar Doors
and Breweries
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Come and taste the finest apple cider in the Blue Mountains
Greater Bells Line of Road
Bilpin's renowned cider houses are more than just places to sample exceptional ciders; they are gateways to the essence of the region. Set against a backdrop of rolling orchards and scenic vistas, these cider tastings offer a chance to connect with the heart of the Blue Mountains. Whether you prefer traditional, sweet, or even non-alcoholic ciders, Bilpin's cider makers have crafted a diverse range to cater to every palate.
In addition to apple cider production, the Greater Bells Line of Road region showcases an increasing range of boutique breweries and distilleries producing award winning products.
Bilpin Cider Co.
Bilpin
Nestled in the heart of the Blue Mountains, and less than 90 minutes drive from Sydney’s CBD, our Cellar Door opened in 2015 with three varieties available. Today, our range consists of 10 varieties including three non-alcoholic cider styles. Each of our products have their own distinct style and have been created to appeal to customer demand.
Hillbilly Cider
Bilpin
‘Hillbillification’ – Encompassing all that is great about living life in the slow lane. Getting out into nature, good times with mates a chilled cider in hand. Surrounded by world heritage national parks in Bilpin – this lifestyle was our inspiration for creating Hillbilly Cider.
Old Shed Distillery
Blue Mountains
Nestled in the Blue Mountains rests an Old Shed.
Australian heritage listed with deep connections to the region's history, this Old Shed has harvested five generations of hard, honest work.
For almost 100 years, this Old Shed has served the locals as a sawmill, apple sorting, honey extraction and now as a distillery.
Karu Distillery
Hawkesbury
Based in the Devils Wilderness NSW the range has grown to include Affinity a contemporary Australian gin, Lightning a navy strength gin, Morita a chipotle vodka and Outcask a golden rum.
Karu is one of Australia's most awarded distilleries, in 2021 Lightning gin took out the Trophy for best contemporary gin at the International Wines & Spirits Competition.